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Alex McFarlane News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 21

Phillies Counting on Alex McFarlane To Fill Massive Bullpen Role

The Philadelphia Phillies have an age-old conundrum they are trying to solve down the stretch of the regular season: their bullpen. Year in and year out, the Phillies have a dominant starting rotation, but getting to the end of games has proven challenging.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 21

The NL wild-card race is setting up for chaos

When Tuesday begins, expect the wild-card chase in the National League to become a free-for-all.

Blue Jays make flurry of moves ahead of critical series against Orioles

Jackson Chourio makes MLB history in win against the Orioles

Pete Crow-Armstrong makes more Cubs history in win over Reds

Fernando Tatis Jr.'s turnaround has placed Padres in postseason position

Dodgers' rookie Josue De Paula has made an immediate impact

Jesus Luzardo News / The Lead / September 21

How Does Jesus Luzardo’s Injury Impact the Philadelphia Phillies?

The Phillies were dealt a huge blow last week when lefty Jesus Luzardo was placed on the injured list. Luzardo had become one of the most reliable starters not just for Philly, but in baseball overall.

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How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Jesus Luzardo News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 21

Another Phillies pitcher gets update after Jesus Luzardo injury news

The Philadelphia Phillies’ magic number to clinch a playoff berth is just three. As the team gets ready for a run to the MLB playoffs, the Phillies recently got good news about pitcher Jesus Luzardo.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 21

Phillies Reveal Minor Leaguers Who Won Paul Owens Award

The Philadelphia Phillies’ farm system has drawn a ton of criticism for the lack of high-end talent. For years, as a perennial contender at the Major League level looking to win now, the farm system has been used as a means to upgrade at the Big League level.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 21

Alex McFarlane, Bryan Rincon are the Paul Owens award winners

Each year, the Phillies select a position player and a pitcher from their minor league system that they believe to have had the best year in their organization.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / September 21

Phillies Reportedly Make 3 Roster Moves Before Facing Brewers

The Philadelphia Phillies announced three minor league roster moves Monday ahead of a three-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers at Citizens Bank Park.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / September 21

Three up, three down: Sept. 14 – 20

A 3-3 week that felt like they lost every game is not exactly how I thought it would go. Playing the Mets in New York always felt daunting, especially if they knew they could damage the Phillies’ playoff hopes in any way they could, but splitting two games in Washington just can’t happen this time of year.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / September 21

Breaking Down Phillies' Magic Number Heading into Final Week of Regular Season

The Philadelphia Phillies have just six games left on the schedule, and the team will be hoping to finish strong and clinch a playoff berth soon. Over the weekend, the Phillies didn’t have their best performance against the New York Mets.

Cristopher Sanchez News / Field Level Media / September 20

Cristopher Sanchez leads Phillies past Mets to salvage split

Cristopher Sanchez tossed 6 1/3 solid innings and earned the victory Sunday afternoon for the visiting Philadelphia Phillies, who earned a much-needed 7-2 win over the New York Mets in the finale of a four-game set.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Just Baseball / September 20

Do the Phillies Have a Solid Bridge to Jhoan Duran?

The Philadelphia Phillies‘ bullpen was expected to be a strong point of their ball club entering the 2026 season. The team signed Brad Keller, traded for Jonathan Bowlan, picked up José Alvarado’s club option, and returned the likes of Orion Kerkering, Tanner Banks, and Jhoan Duran.

Orion Kerkering News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Phillies To Demote Orion Kerkering

The Phillies are optioning Orion Kerkering to Triple-A, reports Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Kerkering has been a key reliever for Philadelphia in recent seasons, but he’s struggled mightily since the All-Star Break.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 19

Phillies turn to improving Andrew Painter in clash vs. Mets

Christian Scott, Zac Thornton and Nolan McLean are providing the New York Mets hope that they eventually will be part of a rotation for a playoff contender.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / September 19

Mets' Jared Young out of hospital after terrifying collision

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young will miss the remainder of the season after a concussion suffered in a terrifying collision with pitcher Nolan McLean during Thursday night’s 3-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field.

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

Mets’ Jared Young gets carted off after scary collision with teammate Nolan McLean

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets' Juan Soto's latest HR places him among MLB legends

While the 2026 season may be one New York Mets fans plan to forget, Juan Soto has reason to remember it as a special one for his career.

Cade Cavalli reaches 200 strikeouts as Nationals rout Cardinals

Nationals to sign Cavalli to four-year contract extension

Sonny Gray reportedly could pull a shocker this offseason

Dodgers make big Edwin Diaz decision

Roman Anthony sparks offense as Red Sox stop Rays' streak

Jose Ramirez reaches 1,000 career RBI as Guardians top Athletics

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18

Phillies pitcher dealt unfortunate injury blow before postseason

The Philadelphia Phillies are preparing for a postseason push, but they will be without an impactful pitcher during the stretch run. Right-handed reliever

Aaron Nola News / Yardbarker / September 18

Phillies' Nola has reinvented himself as a trusted postseason weapon

Phillies' Aaron Nola has reinvented himself as a trusted postseason weapon

Nola has made a strong turnaround in his last 10 starts.

Phillies set to use bullpen game vs. struggling Mets

Aaron Nola dazzles in Phillies’ win over Mets

Phillies claim RHP Jose Urquidy from White Sox

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Don Mattingly Outlines Plan for Newest Phillies Player

The Philadelphia Phillies are using their newest pitching addition to reshape their weekend plans as they push toward the postseason. Phillies manager Don Mattingly confirmed that right-hander José Urquidy will be active for Friday’s game and used in a bullpen game against the New York Mets.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets share update on Jared Young injury after scary moment in loss to Phillies

New York Mets first baseman Jared Young was stretchered off the field in the top of the sixth inning of Thursday's home game against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Mets 1B Jared Young (head) taken off field on stretcher

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Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Orioles' Pete Alonso

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Aaron Nola News / Field Level Media / September 17

Aaron Nola dazzles in Phillies’ win over Mets

Aaron Nola allowed three hits over seven innings and the visiting Philadelphia Phillies opened a four-game series against the New York Mets with a 3-0 win on Thursday night.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 17

Phillies Claim José Urquidy

The Phillies announced that they have claimed right-hander José Urquidy off waivers from the White Sox. Chicago designated him for assignment earlier this week.